HOUGHTON, N.Y. — Houghton women's soccer played to a scoreless draw with Brockport in its regular-season finale Saturday at Burke Field, securing the third seed in next week's Empire 8 postseason tournament.
The Highlanders and Golden Eagles each recorded 18 or more shots in a closely contested match. Houghton finished with a 19-18 advantage in shots, with both teams putting six attempts on goal.
Goalkeeper Olivia Short made six saves to preserve the shutout for Houghton. Brockport goalkeeper Emily McCane also recorded six saves.
Houghton closes the regular season with a 10-5-2 overall record and a 7-2-2 mark in Empire 8 play. The Highlanders' third-place finish earns them home-field advantage in the opening round of the conference tournament.
Houghton will host the No. 6 seed Hartwick on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Burke Field. Game time is TBD.
